In March, students are encouraged to explore watercolor techniques that capture the essence of water and shorelines. Key lessons include noting color shifts, light play, and the importance of layered washes for creating motion. Artists should share their tide-inspired creations using the hashtag #tidesofmarch on social media. Keep painting!
The Final Mystery Location was Hawaii! And we’re going back in 2026! Congratulations to last week’s winner who successfully identified Hawaii! Eric & Ann are also excited to announce a Plein Air Watercolor Workshop in Hawaii, January 21 – 28 2026! Our February Art Mystery Challenge comes to a close. We’re thrilled to announce that…
Final Week of Our February Art Mystery! Congratulations to last week’s winner who successfully identified Venice, Italy! Now we’ve arrived at our fourth and final mystery of February – who will complete our group of prize drawing finalists? This vibrant watercolor captures a scene of leisurely paradise. Eric’s expressive brushwork brings to life a kaleidoscope…
Week Three of Our Art Mystery Challenge! Congratulations to last week’s winner who correctly identified Calella, Spain as the location of our coastal painting! Our mystery location winners are really racking up now – who will join them this week? For our third challenge, Eric presents us with a dynamic scene dominated by striking blues…
Week Two of Our Art Mystery Challenge! Welcome back, art detectives! Last weeks Mystery Painting was Flower Market from Belize! Our winner has been notified and is entered into the drawing at the end of the month! Thank you to everyone that submitted guesses! This week’s watercolor transports us to a charming coastal scene that beckons…
The Real Magic of Original Art Recently, one of our former employees (you’ll probably remember if you had framing done over the years!) Christl, came across a fascinating study that confirmed something I’ve experienced countless times in my artistic journey. Dutch neurologists discovered that viewing an original painting stimulates our brain activity ten times more…
Let the Art Mystery Begin! Welcome to our first February Art Mystery Challenge! Take a close look at this vibrant watercolor scene. The bold splashes of reds and yellows dance among cool blues and greens, while mysterious figures move through this impressionistic landscape. Can you identify the location of this piece? Look carefully at the…
February Art Mystery Challenge Art lovers and sharp-eyed observers, we have an exciting challenge for you! Throughout February, we’re inviting our collectors and student artists to put their art knowledge to the test. Here’s how it works: each week, we’ll post a mystery artwork on our website without its title and send it to our…
Time for a Scavenger Hunt! Join in our January Calendar Quest! We’ll be hiding eight calendars across Eric’s online spaces – can you find them all? Start your New Year with our Calendar Quest! We’ll be hiding eight calendars across Eric’s online spaces – can you find them all? Search for two calendars each on:…
Happy Thanksgiving and Congratulations to the Student Show Award Winners! This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our vibrant artistic community and excited to share some special opportunities with you. We’ve just announced the winners of our 2024 Online Student Art Show! Watch the announcement video and explore the full gallery of student paintings to see the…